BA MBChB FRNZCGP MEDSAC
Originally from Seattle, I received my Bachelor’s degree in Biology at one of America’s Ivy Leagues, Brown University, before falling in love with NZ and making the move in 2001. I received my medical degree from the University of Auckland and have gained broad medical knowledge by working at Starship, Middlemore, Auckland and North Shore Hospitals. I am a specialist GP, having attained Fellowship from the Royal NZ College of GPs. I also work for the Pohutukawa Clinic where I am a forensic examiner for sexual assault cases and expert witness for the court when these cases go to trial. I am a member of MEDSAC - NZ’s national governing body for sexual assault and trauma care.
I enjoy all aspects of general practice. I have specialist skills in: minor surgery, skin cancer surgery, long acting contraception procedures (IUCDs - Mirena/Jaydess & Jadelles), abortion care, sexual health (including PrEP), and women’s health (including menopause management, endometrial pipelle sampling).
I love spending time with my partner and four children, twins in high school and the younger two in primary school. We live locally and usually can be found with our mates either snowboarding, fishing or camping.